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The SPAC Podcast: Special Purpose Acquisition CompanyHow Are SPAC Deals Different Today?SPACs have gone through several evolutionary cycles, and today’s transactions look very different from those of just a few years ago. In this episode of The SPAC Podcast, Seth Farbman, Chairman of Vstock Transfer, joins Michael Blankenship and Joshua Wilson to break down the changes shaping SPAC 2.0 (or even 3.0).From deal size and sponsor dynamics to the expanded cast of participants—including auditors, custodians, and transfer agents—Seth shares insights from the front lines of modern SPAC execution. If you're trying to understand the current landscape of SPAC activity, this episode is a must-watch for founders, invest...
2026-02-0500 min
The DESPAC PodcastContinuing to Evolve: How Public Companies Stay Compliant, Agile, and Ready for What Comes NextIn this final episode of The DESPAC Podcast Go Public Series, host Chaz Churchwell and SPAC attorney Michael Blankenship of Winston & Strawn walk through the last step of the Go Public Framework: C – Continuing to Evolve.Public companies operate in a dynamic environment where regulations shift, risks change, and shareholder expectations intensify. Long-term viability depends on continuous adaptation, disciplined execution, and proactive risk management.Listeners will learn:• Why public-company responsibilities continue long after the DESPAC closes• Why annual risk and insurance reviews are essential for executives• How litigati...
2026-01-1202 minThe DESPAC PodcastInstitutionalizing Discipline: The Governance and Reporting Standards Every Public Company Must MasterIn this episode of The DESPAC Podcast Go Public Series, host Chaz Churchwell and SPAC attorney Michael Blankenship of Winston & Strawn break down the seventh step of the Go Public Framework: I – Institutionalizing Discipline.Institutional discipline is the foundation of long-term public-company success. It includes regulatory compliance, governance structure, transparent reporting, investor communication rhythm, and continuous risk oversight.Listeners will learn:• Why discipline becomes the priority after the DESPAC transaction closes• What SOX compliance means and why it exists• Why internal audit controls and certified financial statements matter
2026-01-1102 minThe DESPAC PodcastList and Launch: What Happens the Moment Your DESPAC Deal ClosesIn this episode of The DESPAC Podcast Go Public Series, host Chaz Churchwell and SPAC attorney Michael Blankenship of Winston & Strawn walk through the sixth step of the Go Public Framework: L – List and Launch.Listing day is the milestone many founders anticipate. But far from being just a celebration, it is a coordinated, highly visible event that sets the tone for how the market views your company.Listeners will learn:• What happens when the DESPAC deal closes and the stock begins trading• How to coordinate market communications and intern...
2026-01-1002 minThe DESPAC PodcastBuilding Market Trust: Preparing Leaders and Messaging for Public ScrutinyIn this episode of The DESPAC Podcast Go Public Series, host Chaz Churchwell and SPAC attorney Michael Blankenship of Winston & Strawn break down the fifth step of the Go Public Framework: B – Building Market Trust.Building market trust is one of the most important requirements for a successful DESPAC transaction. It is not enough to structure a strong deal. The market must believe in the company, the leadership, and the plan.Listeners will learn:• How executive teams prepare for analyst, investor, and media scrutiny• Why clear and aligned messaging determ...
2026-01-0902 minThe DESPAC PodcastUndergoing Diligence: What Private Companies Must Prepare for in a DESPAC TransactionIn this episode of The DESPAC Podcast Go Public Series, host Chaz Churchwell and SPAC attorney Michael Blankenship of Winston & Strawn break down the fourth step of the Go Public Framework: U – Undergoing Diligence.Diligence is the phase where every detail of your business is examined. This review includes legal compliance, financial accuracy, internal controls, risk disclosures, governance readiness, operational viability, and insurance structure. Your company must demonstrate clarity, accuracy, and transparency to satisfy SPAC partners, PIPE investors, auditors, and the SEC.Listeners will learn:• How diligence tests the entire foundation of t...
2026-01-0802 minThe DESPAC PodcastPositioning the Deal: Crafting the Narrative and Economics Behind a DESPAC TransactionIn this episode of The DESPAC Podcast Go Public Series, host Chaz Churchwell and SPAC attorney Michael Blankenship of Winston & Strawn unpack the third step of the Go Public Framework: P – Positioning the Deal.Positioning determines how the market will perceive your company, your credibility, your economic structure, and your partnership fit. This step defines the trajectory of the entire DESPAC transaction.Listeners will learn:• Why positioning extends far beyond raising capital• How to choose the right SPAC sponsor based on track record and sector expertise• How deal eco...
2026-01-0702 minThe DESPAC PodcastOrganizing Advisors: Building the Team That Makes or Breaks Your DESPAC TransactionIn this episode of The DESPAC Podcast Go Public Series, host Chaz Churchwell and SPAC attorney Michael Blankenship of Winston & Strawn dive into the second step of the Go Public Framework: O – Organizing Advisors.This conversation explains why selecting the right advisory team is one of the most important decisions a private company will make when pursuing a DESPAC transaction. From legal counsel to audit to risk management, every advisor influences deal speed, valuation, compliance, and the company’s long-term stability as a public entity.Listeners will learn:• Why advisors serve as the...
2026-01-0603 minThe DESPAC PodcastGetting Ready: The Most Critical Step Before a DESPAC TransactionIn this episode of The DESPAC Podcast Go Public Series, host Chaz Churchwell and SPAC attorney Michael Blankenship of Winston & Strawn take a deep look at the most important part of the DESPAC process: G – Getting Ready.The discussion explains why internal readiness determines deal speed, valuation outcomes, and investor confidence. Michael breaks down the essential components that SPAC teams will examine during diligence and why companies must discover issues themselves before the SPAC does.You will learn:• Why internal self-audits protect valuation and timeline• How to prepare financials, contra...
2026-01-0502 min
The SPAC Podcast: Special Purpose Acquisition CompanyThe Key Differences Between European and US SPACsIn this episode of The SPAC Podcast, co-hosts Michael Blankenship and Joshua Wilson speak with Dr. Daniele D’Alvia, Lecturer in Banking and Finance Law at Queen Mary University of London and Deputy Director of the Institute of Banking and Finance Law. Dr. D’Alvia offers a cross-border perspective on the evolving SPAC landscape—comparing U.S. and European markets.Dr. D’Alvia explains how SPAC scalability in the U.S. is supported by a more cohesive regulatory framework and a mature investment banking ecosystem. In contrast, European SPACs are more jurisdiction-bound, often facing structural challenges due to limit...
2026-01-0202 minThe DESPAC PodcastThe "GO PUBLIC" Framework Overview for Private CompaniesIn this kickoff episode of The DESPAC Podcast, host Chaz Churchwell welcomes Michael Blankenship of Winston & Strawn to unveil the Go Public Framework, a complete end-to-end system for private companies evaluating a DESPAC transaction.The conversation covers every stage of the public-ready journey, from internal preparation and assembling your advisory bench to positioning your valuation, navigating diligence, building market trust, and preparing for life as a public company.Listeners will learn:• What private companies must do before entering SPAC discussions• Why advisory structure determines deal speed and outcomes• How to cra...
2025-12-2203 min
AI Lawyer Talking TechOctober 16, 2025 - Rewiring Justice: From Hallucinations to High-Value WorkWelcome to 'AI Lawyer Talking Tech,' where we explore the seismic shifts reshaping legal practice in the age of artificial intelligence. AI is fundamentally transforming the industry, with 80% of law firms anticipating it will alter how they price, staff, and deliver services. This surge in efficiency promises an extraordinary competitive advantage, projecting 190 work-hours saved annually per lawyer, equating to approximately $20 billion in time-savings across the U.S. legal market, while AI-driven tools measurably reduce lawyer cognitive load and emotional strain. OPT Expiring in 4 Months? Essential Guide to Finding the Right Immigration Attorney for Tech...
2025-10-1617 min
Minimum CompetenceLegal News for Thurs 9/18 - Disney and Amazon Lawsuits, $1.7B GloriFi Claim, Khalil Fights Deportation and Court Blocks HHS CutsThis Day in Legal History: Fugitive Slave ActOn September 18, 1850, President Millard Fillmore signed the Fugitive Slave Act into law, intensifying the national divide over slavery. As part of the Compromise of 1850, the law mandated that all escaped enslaved individuals, upon capture, be returned to their enslavers and that officials and citizens of free states were legally obligated to cooperate. Federal commissioners were authorized to issue arrest warrants without a jury trial, and those accused had no right to testify in their own defense.The law also imposed heavy penalties on anyone aiding a fugitive...
2025-09-1807 min
The SPAC Podcast: Special Purpose Acquisition CompanyCan Better Governance Save SPAC Deals?In this episode of The SPAC Podcast, hosts Michael Blankenship and Joshua Wilson sit down with Dr. Daniele D’Alvia, a renowned lecturer in Banking and Finance Law at Queen Mary University of London, to unpack the critical role of governance in the success—or failure—of SPAC deals.Dr. D’Alvia explains how law and corporate governance provide the structural integrity needed for SPACs to succeed in today’s heightened regulatory environment. He highlights the importance of independent directors, robust disclosure practices, and clear safeguards against opportunistic sponsor behavior. With SPAC refor...
2025-09-0300 min
The SPAC Podcast: Special Purpose Acquisition CompanyElevating SPAC Sponsor VisibilityIn this episode of The SPAC Podcast, co-hosts Michael Blankenship and Joshua Wilson sit down with Seth Farbman, Chairman of Vstock Transfer and founder of ShareMedia, to explore the often-overlooked role of branding in SPAC success.Seth shares how today's SPAC sponsors—many of whom are serial dealmakers—must actively build visibility and trust to stand out in a crowded market. Drawing from his work at ShareMedia, a LinkedIn branding agency for IPOs and SPACs, Seth explains why personal brand positioning and strategic communication are critical to attracting the right acquisition targ...
2025-08-0100 min
Legal SpeakOff the Clock: Inside Litigator Tom Walsh's Passion For Radio Play-By-Play and TheaterIn this week's Legal Speak episode, we're kicking off a series where we get to know litigators outside the courtroom through their hobbies. With Texas Lawyer litigation reporter Laura Lorek at the helm, we're sharing inside feedback about what litigators love, starting with Dallas-based commercial litigator Tom Walsh of Winston & Strawn. In addition to litigating, Walsh has spent 27 years as a radio play-by-play announcer for Jesuit College preparatory school football and more than three years has performed in community theater with his daughter. In his one-on-one with Laura, he'll break down why he finds it important for...
2025-06-2725 min
Insurtechs.ioNavigating IPOs, SPACs, and AI Valuations in insurtech with Michael BlankenshipIn this insightful episode, Jeff Shi is joined by Michael Blankenship, Partner at Winston & Strawn and Managing Partner of the Houston office, to unpack the current and future landscape of IPOs, SPACs, and M&A within the insurtech and broader insurance industry. Michael brings nearly two decades of legal and capital markets expertise to the conversation, offering founders, executives, and investors practical guidance on public company readiness, regulatory navigation, and capital strategy.The episode covers the evolution and regulation of SPACs, why the market cooled, and what a potential rebound might look like. Michael...
2025-06-2330 min
Hiring InsightsSeth Spitzer | Strategic Shifts: Navigating Careers and the Evolving World of Legal OperationsSeth Spitzer joins Mosah Fernandez Goodman on this episode of Hiring Insights. Seth is the Global Head of Outside Counsel Management and Operations at Citi. Prior to joining Citi roughly two years ago, he was a partner at Winston and Strawn, an AmLaw 50 law firm in New York. He shares valuable perspective on both the practice of law and the evolving operational role of corporate legal departments. Whether you’re a junior attorney, law firm partner, or in-house counsel, this episode offers practical guidance on navigating change, fostering strong teams, and leading with purpose. Highlights from this episode: ...
2025-05-1529 min
Hosting BitcoinBig Banks Are Coming to Bitcoin Mining with Collin McVickerWhat You Will Learn: 🔹How Operation Chokepoint 2.0 has affected Bitcoin mining companies 🔹Creative uses of Bitcoin mining heat from YMCA pools to greenhouses 🔹The future of Bitcoin-backed loans and institutional adoption 🔹Global opportunities in Bitcoin mining from Spain to Alaska 🔹Why 2025 could be transformative for the industry 🎙 Guest: Colin McVicker Website: https://www.winston.com/en/who-we-are/professionals/mcvicker-colin.html Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Banking Restrictions on Bitcoin 00:37 - Colin's Background and Role at Winston & Strawn 02:16 - From Oil & Gas Law to Bitcoin Mining 04:32 - The Kraken Oil Story and Fla...
2025-04-011h 08
Integro TalksThe Trump 2.0 Effect: Cross-Border Deals, Tariffs, and M&A ProspectsRelations between the U.S. and Latin America are at a crossroads. Under a second Trump presidency, what are the prospects for U.S. companies seeking cross-border deals in Latin America? How will the M&A market be impacted by the threat of tariffs against trading partners? How will countries like Argentina, Brazil, and Mexico navigate shifting trade policies, foreign investment, and geopolitical tensions? In this episode, Nicholas E. Rodríguez, Partner at Winston & Strawn LLP (Miami), breaks down the potential economic impact on the region, the industries poised for growth, and the evolving role of China. We also d...
2025-02-2648 min
WT 360: The market from all anglesTariff talk is for GovCon tooGovernment contractors reside in the unique intersection of macroeconomics and industrial policy, both of which are relevant in the conversation surrounding President Trump’s use of tariffs.Tariffs are very relevant for companies that mostly focus on services to their government customers as explained in this episode featuring Larry Sher, a government contracts attorney and partner at Winston & Strawn.Sher tells our Ross Wilkers that while companies may not know what the tariff rates will be in the long-term, they still must be foundational in how they operate and support the business of government. The re...
2025-02-1722 min
Behind the Lines: The Houston Lawyer PodcastInnovation and Expectations: Looking Towards the FutureSend us a textThe Innovation and Expectations episode has knowledgeable guests addressing lithium supply legal issues, how AI is impacting our profession, expectations for attorney hiring, and new lawyer notes about how innovation may impact legal careers in the future. (1) A New Era of Legal Issues Associated with Lithium ExtractionStephanie Noble of Vinson & Elkins LLP discusses the increased demand for lithium, what lithium extraction is, the many types of legal issues that are arising due to this increase in demand, and why it's an exciting time to be an energy lawyer. ...
2025-02-171h 09
The Intersection: Where the Court of Public Opinion and the Court of Law CollideNFL Lockouts, NCAA Compensation, and Ray Rice's Defense: Media Influence on Legal Outcomes with Jeffrey KesslerThis week on The Intersection, Jeffrey Kessler, one of the world’s leading sports attorneys and co-executive chairman of Winston & Strawn, joins Mike Sitrick and Sallie Hofmeister to discuss the power of PR strategy in litigation, and the impact of media influence on legal outcomes. He shares his firsthand experience with high-stakes cases, including the NCAA v. Alston case and major NFL disputes—revealing how media coverage helped shape their direction.Kessler will lay out the details of his landmark Supreme Court win in NCAA v. Alston, which reshaped college athlete compensation and led to the hist...
2025-02-1743 min
Careers and the Business of LawEpisode 19 of Legal Data Intelligence Series: Meet Bobby Malhotra, Partner at Winston & Strawn LLPEpisode Description: In this episode, David Cowen speaks with Bobby Malhotra, Partner at Winston & Strawn and a founding member of Legal Data Intelligence (LDI). Together, they explore how AI, eDiscovery, and data governance are reshaping the legal industry. Bobby also highlights the power of mentorship, the evolution of legal data intelligence, and the lessons he's learned from his own career journey. If you're navigating the future of law, this conversation is a must-listen. What's Inside? eDiscovery's Next Chapter: Bobby dives into how the field has evolved from email production to a sophisticated practice that influences...
2025-01-0930 minCareers and the Business of LawEpisode 19 of Legal Data Intelligence Series: Meet Bobby Malhotra, Partner at Winston & Strawn LLPEpisode Description: In this episode, David Cowen speaks with Bobby Malhotra, Partner at Winston & Strawn and a founding member of Legal Data Intelligence (LDI). Together, they explore how AI, eDiscovery, and data governance are reshaping the legal industry. Bobby also highlights the power of mentorship, the evolution of legal data intelligence, and the lessons he's learned from his own career journey. If you're navigating the future of law, this conversation is a must-listen. What's Inside? eDiscovery's Next Chapter: Bobby dives into how the field has evolved from email production to a sophisticated practice that influences...
2025-01-0930 min
Coercive Capital with Elaine DezenskiCoercive Capital: The State & Sanctions - Cari StinebowerSanctions enforcement is at the forefront of modern economic statecraft and the challenges are escalating. As governments confront increasingly-sophisticated evasion tactics and geopolitical challenges, the need for robust collaboration with the private sector has never been greater. Whether focusing on the latest sanctions targeting Russian financial institutions and tracing their impact on global financial networks, or examining how Russia’s sanctions-evasion strategies are interconnected with the tactics of China, Iran, and North Korea, creating a web of illicit activity that tests the limits of enforcement, understanding these complex threats is paramount. Cari Stinebower, is a Pa...
2024-12-1739 min
Global Workforce PodcastAn expert’s guide to international IPO and M&A regulations with Michael J. Blankenship of Winston & StrawnMichael J. Blankenship, Office Managing Partner and Co-Chair of the Capital Markets Group at Winston & Strawn LLP, discusses essential regulatory considerations and strategies for navigating international IPOs and M&A transactions. With extensive experience across the energy, healthcare and technology sectors, Michael covers the intricacies of regulatory environments in different countries, the impact of fluctuations in the tech sector and how the US elections may shape the IPO landscape.Key Takeaways:(04:59) Helping emerging companies reduce IPO regulatory burdens.(06:24) Differences in regulatory standards between the US and Europe.
2024-11-2631 min
Minimum CompetenceLegal News for Mon 11/18 - Trump Hush Money, USPTO Vidal to Winston & Strawn, Spirit Airlines Bankruptcy and 501(c)(4) Dark Money ReformThis Day in Legal History: Goodridge v. Department of HealthOn November 18, 2003, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court issued a historic decision in Goodridge v. Department of Public Health, becoming the first court in the United States to rule that a state ban on same-sex marriage was unconstitutional. In a narrow 4–3 decision, the court held that the denial of marriage rights to same-sex couples violated the Massachusetts Constitution's guarantees of equality and liberty. Writing for the majority, Chief Justice Margaret Marshall emphasized that marriage is a civil right and that excluding same-sex couples from this institution created a se...
2024-11-1809 min
Keep It LegalLegacy of Law with Ashley Wright & Judge Derbha JonesIn this episode, we sit down with Winston & Strawn attorney Ashley Wright and her mother, Judge Derbha Jones in Denton County, to discuss diversity in the legal industry, second-career lawyers, and the power of letting your work speak for itself. The duo shares personal stories of breaking barriers, navigating new careers as mothers, and leading by example, offering inspiring insights for anyone pursuing a path in law. Learn more about Ashley Wright here: https://www.winston.com/en/professionals/wright-ashley-j
2024-10-2253 min
Investment Management OperationsSteven Schwab, GC and CCO – Thoma BravoSteven Schwab is the GC and CCO for Thoma Bravo, a $142 billion private equity firm that invests in growing software and technology companies. Prior to joining Thoma Bravo in 2015, Steven practiced law at Winston and Strawn and Katten Munchin. Steven shares how to make best use of your legal resources. He shares his thoughts on when to bring legal in-house, how to get the most out of your outside counsel, and why they opted to combine the GC and CCO roles. We also discuss the current state of fundraising and how LPs...
2024-07-3037 min
Movers, Shakers & RainmakersEpisode 66: Kyle Gann, Winston & Strawn Corporate Partner on the Struggle, Acceptance and ServanthoodIn this episode of Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers, we go down the rabbit hole with Kyle Gann, corporate partner at Winston & Strawn. Kyle defied his father's advice and became a lawyer anyway, overcoming an injury that nearly snatched his dream of becoming an attorney from his grasp. On the show, our conversation goes in a different direction than we're used to: Kyle opens up and shares vulnerably about his past. If you have a penchant for philosophy, you will enjoy our discussion about how the fear of loss can direct one's course in life. Finally, Kyle sheds light on the...
2024-05-2439 minMovers, Shakers & RainmakersEpisode 66: Kyle Gann, Winston & Strawn Corporate Partner on the Struggle, Acceptance and ServanthoodIn this episode of Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers, we go down the rabbit hole with Kyle Gann, corporate partner at Winston & Strawn. Kyle defied his father's advice and became a lawyer anyway, overcoming an injury that nearly snatched his dream of becoming an attorney from his grasp. On the show, our conversation goes in a different direction than we're used to: Kyle opens up and shares vulnerably about his past. If you have a penchant for philosophy, you will enjoy our discussion about how the fear of loss can direct one's course in life. Finally, Kyle sheds light on the...
2024-05-2439 min
Legaltech Week04/05/24: Petition to ABA to cease using term "nonlawyer", Yale Law School Law Archive, and moreEach week, the leading journalists in legal tech choose their top stories of the week to discuss with our other panelists. This week's topics: With Goal of Promoting Open Access to Legal Scholarship, Yale Law School Launches Law Archive ABA Legal Profession Report Part 1: Wages, Pro Bono Work, and Mental Health Blaming Word setting for overlong briefs is 'somewhat hard to believe,' federal judge says as she tosses footnotes Legal Innovators Petition to Remove 'Non-Lawyer' From ABA Vocabulary. Lively Discussion Ensues Opinion: 25 years later, 'The Matrix' is less sci-fi than tech reality Luminance raises $40m...
2024-04-0856 min
Christians in CorporateFrom Public Housing to Partnership to the Pulpit: A Journey of Faith with Sam MendenhallFrom the Projects, to Partnership to the Pulpit. This is the story of Sam Mendenhall. Sam Mendenhall is a highly-respected and award winning trial lawyer who currently works at Winston and Strawn, a global Law firm headquartered in Chicago, IL, USA. Sam has been involved in numerous high-profile cases, including the successful prosecution of actor Jussie Smollett. He’s also won numerous awards, including being selected as an Illinois Leading Lawyer for since 2005. Looking back into his childhood, you would never think that his future would be so bright. He grew up in the projects of...
2024-03-2546 min
Inner City Press SDNY & UN PodcastDec 27: Sen Menendez wants to delay trial, US opposes. Small firm sues Winston & Strawn for copying its Rule 12 motion. Amid UN bans, @FUNCA_info ramps up starting with UNSC Arria meetingVLOG Dec 27: Sen "Gold Bar" Menendez wants to delay his trial, US opposes. Small firm sues Winston & Strawn for copying its Rule 12 motion. As UN bans Press, @FUNCA_info ramps up coverage, starting with UN Security Council Arria meeting: https://twitter.com/FUNCA_info/status/1740025561106297244
2023-12-2702 min
Fireside with a VCEpisode #90, Down rounds & pay-to-pay provisions, raising at a lower valuationEpisode #90, Down rounds & pay-to-pay provisions, raising at a lower valuation on Fireside with a VC
Ben Kern, Partner at Winston & Strawn LLP, corporate securities veteran, discusses the details of how startups raise funding in down rounds at lower valuations than the last funding round as well as more punitive financings that cram down or wipe out existing investors that do not Pay-to-Play wiring capital into the
new financing. We discuss the different tools in the tool kit of how these financings are legally structured and what it means to all parties and how to sail t...
2023-11-0843 min
January 6th / The InsurrectionTRUMP QUOTE: "I know this, I don't even know that, because I have the right to have those documents"1. Megan Kelly interview about stolen documents: Trump quote "I know this, I don't even know that, because I have the right to have those documents, so I don't even know that"Trump quote "I know this, I don't even know that, because I have the right to have those documents, so I don't even know that" "I'm allowed to do what I want with these documents and he's covered 100% on the presidential act" this is a fucking confession...
2. Sidney Powell attorney Brian Rafferty
3. Chesebro attorney Scott Grubman
4. Mitt Romney retires and spills the beans
5. "The MAGA cult do not believe...
2023-09-1524 min
RiskWatchIPO Due Diligence & State of the MarketMike Blankenship came back on the show to discuss the IPO underwriting process, the role of due diligence and the state of the IPO market. Mike is a Managing Partner at the Houston office of Winston & Strawn and focuses his practice on corporate finance and securities law, including securities offerings, public company advisory, special purpose company offerings, among others. You can find a link to Mike's bio and contact information on the Winston & Strawn website here as well as a link to the Underwriting Process presentation that the firm published in May here.
2023-08-0708 min
The Millennicast: Where Curious Minds Meet Inspiring ProfessionalsExploring AI's Impact on Law with Dhruva Krishna, Associate Attorney at Winston & Strawn LLPThis episode of The Millennicast features an interview with Dhruva Krishna, an Associate Attorney at Winston & Strawn LLP.Dhruva is an associate in the firm’s Los Angeles office. His practice focuses on a broad range of corporate transactions, specifically in the areas of fund formation, investment management regulation, and emerging technology transactions. Before joining Winston & Strawn, Dhruva served as a judicial extern to the Honorable Maria A. Audero of the United States District Court in the Central District of California. He is an avid musician and writer with a deep passion for the intersection of entertainment, te...
2023-07-2629 minJanuary 6th / The InsurrectionTRUMP QUOTE "If u fuck around with us or u do something bad to us, we are going to do things to U...1. The criminal trial is set for May 20, 2024. It might as well be 10 yrs from now, where is the expedited trial, according to law.
2. Pence is whining again, he says, "the president was wrong, his actions were reckless, Trump has frustration in his voice, he's not concerned about J6"
3. He doesn't acknowledge MAGA wanted to hang him. The gallow was on the White House lawn, wtf.
4. Trump, "very dangerous" to put the asshole in jail.
5. Trump target letter, cites: 3 statutes that Trump could be charged with: pertaining to deprivation of rights; conspiracy to commit an offense against or defraud the United...
2023-07-2437 min
RTP's Fourth Branch PodcastDeep Dive Episode 249 - Litigation Update: Ohio v. Environmental Protection AgencyThe EPA has rescinded The Safer Affordable Fuel Efficient Vehicles Rule Part One: One National Program rule. It has reinstated a waiver of Clean Air Act (CAA) preemption for California’s greenhouse gas standards and Zero Emission Vehicle sales mandate. These are some facets to California’s Advanced Clean Car Program. In Ohio v. EPA, now pending before the D.C. Circuit, various industry and state petitioners have challenged EPA’s reinstatement of the waiver as preempted by the CAA; and have argued that Congress has not implicitly authorized it either. Numerous amici have weighed in on this issue as wel...
2023-01-261h 05
LMA PodcastNext-Generation News and Client AlertsEpisode: 97
Series: SIG Share-Out
Episode Description:
News and client alerts are great ways to build your firm’s business and keep in touch with clients and future prospects. In the latest SIG-Share Out podcast, Sumathi Pundit (Kaitongo Inc.) joins Competitive Intelligence SIG Co-chair Amy Wisinski (Winston & Strawn LLP) to discuss the current and future landscape of news and client alerts, and ways for attorneys to use these alerts to become trusted advisors with market intelligence.
Speakers:
Sumathi Pundit, Founder and CEO, Kaitongo Inc.
Amy Wisinski, Senior Manager, Marketing Data Analytics & Technology, Winston & Strawn LLP
Series Description:
The LMA SIG Share-Out se...
2022-11-2226 min
Unshakeable Influence PodcastLaura Franco, Partner of Winston & Strawn LLPLaura Franco, a Partner of Winston & Strawn LLP. Laura is a member of Winston & Strawn's Videogame, Gaming and Esports Group dedicated to providing comprehensive legal solutions to companies in these industries. She has extensive experience representing global companies in trademark, copyright, patent, unfair competition, false advertising and domain name litigation, in federal and state courts, and the TTAB. Here are some key moments from our conversation: Brief introduction of yourself and your company. (00:43) Advice to your clients as brand protection goes. (02:48) What makes Winston & Strawn such a good culture? (06:23) How would you describe your true north...
2022-10-2448 min
Women to Watch Media® with Sue RoccoCarol Alexis Chen, Winston & Strawn LLPCarol Alexis Chen, partner & trial lawyer in Winston & Strawn LLP’s Los Angeles office, shared the story behind her title with us on April 17, 2022.Carol is a former award-winning career federal prosecutor and trial lawyer in the United States Department of Justice,As a member of the Firm’s White Collar, Regulatory Defense, & Internal Investigations group, she represents public and private companies, corporate officers, and other individuals in white-collar criminal and regulatory matters, both before and after charges have been filed. With respect to investigations, in addition to responding to government inquiries, she conducts sensitive inter...
2022-04-1844 min
Beyond TPMOut of Gauge: Ep. 1, The Jones Act's Implications for US Offshore WindOut of Gauge, Ep. 1: Charlie Papavizas, partner and chair of the maritime practice at Winston and Strawn, discusses the complexities and requirements of the Jones Act as it relates to the offshore wind industry, which is in its infancy in the United States but poised to grow exponentially.Out of Gauge is the JOC Breakbulk & Project Cargo Conference podcast series hosted by IHS Markit Senior Editor Janet Nodar. Episodes provide excerpts and insights from key presentations at this year's virtual event, and share a taste of what you can expect in New Orleans in 2022.
2021-11-1811 min
Legal Marketing 2.0 PodcastPodcast Ep. 138: The Legal Industry is Behind: How Can Law Firms Take a Modern Approach to Marketing?Guy is joined by Howard Kravitz, Howard is the Chief Marketing Officer for global AmLaw 50 Law Firm Winston and Strawn. He oversees all Business Development, Marketing, Branding, and Communications efforts for the firm and he reports directly to the Chairman and sits on the Executive Committee of the firm. The focus of Howards and Guy’s discussion is on the challenges currently facing the legal industry, where the legal industry is falling behind, and how law firms can approach these issues in a modern way.
2021-09-0924 min
Engaging ExpertsGiving Back Through Pro Bono WorkGreg McConnell serves as the Senior Pro Bono Counsel at Winston & Strawn LLP, an international law firm with more than 950 attorneys in key financial centers around the world. As a previous Director and Staff Counsel at the American Bar Association Center for Pro Bono in Chicago, Greg found his calling in helping those who need it the most. In addition to his role at Winston & Strawn LLP, he is also the Founder of the Association of Pro Bono Counsel, which seeks to cultivate the skills of law firm pro bono practice leaders. In this episode…
2021-02-2340 min
Engaging ExpertsGiving Back Through Pro Bono WorkGreg McConnell serves as the Senior Pro Bono Counsel at Winston & Strawn LLP, an international law firm with more than 950 attorneys in key financial centers around the world. As a previous Director and Staff Counsel at the American Bar Association Center for Pro Bono in Chicago, Greg found his calling in helping those who need it the most. In addition to his role at Winston & Strawn LLP, he is also the Founder of the Association of Pro Bono Counsel, which seeks to cultivate the skills of law firm pro bono practice leaders. In this episode…
2021-02-2340 min
The Legalpreneurs SandboxEpisode 50 - Case study: Designing and implementing well-being programs that work – Winston & Strawn LLPThis podcast was recorded as a video for the CLI-ALPMA Innovation and Legaltech Week 2021 On Demand program published on 1 February 2021. In this podcast, Julie Marcus, Chief Talent Officer, Diane Costigan, Director of Coaching and Well-Being and Julia Mercier, Director of Learning & Development and Well-Being all from Winston & Strawn LLP, discussed their firm's Mental Health First Aid program. Topics covered included: How the firm defines a well-being program What's worked for them and what hasn't Suggested best practices for building a program for your staff and your organisation too. If you would prefer to...
2021-01-3159 min
The Lawyer's EdgeJeffrey Stern | Lateral Success: The Importance of Due Diligence and Relationship BuildingJeffrey Stern is the Co-Chair of Structured Finance Practice at Winston & Strawn LLP, an international law firm with over 900 attorneys in financial hubs around the world. Jeffrey has more than 25 years of experience in structured finance and derivatives, focusing on bespoke transactions and esoteric assets. Jeffrey is a regular writer and speaker on topics related to structured finance and previously served as the Chair of the Structured Finance Committee of the New York City Bar Association. Before entering law, Jeffrey performed as a jazz pianist, studied the Old Testament in Jerusalem, and worked in a commercial bakery.
2021-01-1248 min
Chicago Justice PodcastCoverage of Kim Foxx & Justice Issues OverallThe coverage of justice issues in Chicago overall has and continues to be a huge problem for the Chicago media. The hyper-concentration on gun violence and the daily tally of shootings has taken center stage across the various mediums for which Chicagoans can consume news.
The legacy outlets also have to compete with agenda driven political operations that camouflaging themselves as media operations pushing constant theme of violence being out of control to stir fear and stoke racial tensions with little concern for justice.
This combination has a very real impact on the ability of policymakers and criminal justice officials...
2020-09-2342 minChicago Justice PodcastCoverage of Kim Foxx & Justice Issues OverallThe coverage of justice issues in Chicago overall has and continues to be a huge problem for the Chicago media. The hyper-concentration on gun violence and the daily tally of shootings has taken center stage across the various mediums for which Chicagoans can consume news.
The legacy outlets also have to compete with agenda driven political operations that camouflaging themselves as media operations pushing constant theme of violence being out of control to stir fear and stoke racial tensions with little concern for justice.
This combination has a very real impact on the ability of...
2020-09-2300 min
Chicago Justice PodcastCoverage of Kim Foxx & Justice Issues Overall
The coverage of justice issues in Chicago overall has and continues to be a huge problem for the Chicago media. The hyper-concentration on gun violence and the daily tally of shootings has taken center stage across the various mediums for which Chicagoans can consume news.
The legacy outlets also have to compete with agenda driven political operations that camouflaging themselves as media operations pushing constant theme of violence being out of control to stir fear and stoke racial tensions with little concern for justice.
This combination has a very real impact on the ability...
2020-09-2242 min
Our Curious AmalgamWhat's Coming Next? Understanding the Next Big Areas in the Pharmaceutical Antitrust WarsBattles in the pharmaceutical antitrust world have been increasingly heated, and to a great extent rightly so, as people have devoted more attention to this space in the past decades. But as measured against the U.S. antitrust laws, what has changed or will change in the scrutiny of pharmaceutical companies' conduct? Eric Grannon, a leading defense practitioner, joins Anora Wang and John Roberti to discuss three main areas—reverse payment, product hopping, and class certification—that get the most heat. Listen to this episode to learn what is about to come in the U.S. pharmaceutical antitrust wars.
2020-08-2442 minOur Curious AmalgamWill the Past Repeat Itself? Understanding the Implications of the Government's Case Against IBMU.S. antitrust dealing with tech ranges from early government cases involving punch cards to the current government probe into various platforms. But while the tech evolves, has the antitrust concern with monopolization by big tech changed? Prof. Randy Picker, a leading scholar studying antitrust and tech, joins Anora Wang and John Roberti to discuss the once epic, 13-year-long, U.S. antitrust case against IBM, and whether antitrust actions could have impacted the tech landscape for decades to come. Listen to this episode if you wonder whether the antitrust past will repeat itself in the tech world. ...
2020-08-1736 minOur Curious AmalgamWhere is the Enforcement? Assessing the Rigor and Effectiveness of U.S. Merger EnforcementMany discussions on U.S. merger control focus on proposals of drastic changes. But can U.S. merger enforcement be improved by just having the agencies committed to making better use of their exiting tools? John Kwoka, a leading economist and antitrust scholar, joins Anora Wang and John Roberti to discuss the weaknesses of U.S. merger enforcement, the role of the merger guidelines as tools available to the agencies, and specific areas for improvement. Listen to this episode to learn about the past, present, and future enforcement of U.S. antitrust agencies as measured against their merger guidelines.
2020-07-2744 min
The JabotERA with Linda CoberlyKathryn Rubino talks with Linda Coberly, Chicago Office Managing Partner for the law firm of Winston & Strawn and Chair of the ERA Coalition's Legal Task Force, about the ongoing fight for the adoption of the Equal Rights Amendment. Episode Resources lcoberly@winston.com https://www.winston.com/en/who-we-are/professionals/coberly-linda-t.html https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindacoberly Episode Highlights The adoption of the ERA - 0:47 The right to vote - 2:07 The proposal of the ERA - 4:36 There are protections against discrimination - 5:30 The ERA inside the Constitution - 14:48 Working cas...
2020-07-1428 minOur Curious AmalgamAnother Way to Unring the Bell? Private Litigation Challenging Consummated MergerPrivate litigation over consummated merger is interesting, as such suits are rare and consummated deals are harder to challenge, as a common saying goes— you can't unscramble a scrambled egg. But have some recent developments found a new way for private litigants to challenge? Jack Martin, leading litigator in relevant cases, joins Anora Wang and John Roberti to discuss the statutes of limitations, remedy, standing, agency (in)action, and advocacy in front of a judge or a jury. Listen to this episode to learn about some lesser-known aspects of private litigation challenging consummated merger. Related Links: ...
2020-07-1339 min
Half HourEp5 – Storycatchers Theatre & StepEd: “I got your back”In this episode of Half Hour, ensemble member Caroline Neff interviews Cydney Cleveland and Tamara Drew from Storycatchers Theatre, as well as Abhi Shrestha from Steppenwolf Education. Listen to learn about the vital performing arts programs that Storycatchers run inside and outside of juvenile justice facilities in Illinois, as well as their methodology and philosophy underpinning that work, and how their programs intersect with Steppenwolf Education’s. Interview begins at 2:30. This episode of Half Hour is sponsored by John Hart and Carol Prin...
2020-07-0734 min
TCLF ONE-ON-ONETCLF ONE-ON-ONE| Ep. 7 Mr. Ankit Sahni and Mr. Salah Mattoo: International Arbitration & IP LawWe are extremely delighted to bring to you all the 7th Episode of TCLF ONE-ON-ONE. We were honored to host Mr. Salah Mattoo and Mr. Ankit Sahni as our guests for the 7th Episode. Mr. Ankit Sahni is a leading IP lawyer based in New Delhi. Ankit counsels clients in a diverse array of enforcement, procurement and transactional intellectual property matters covering a variety of industries and business areas. Ankit has won the International Client Choice Award 2017 in the trademarks category for India. He was also a Finalist in the Young Lawyer of the Year category in the Thomson...
2020-06-2548 minOur Curious AmalgamHow Does Everyone Work Together? The NAAG Antitrust Task Force and State EnforcementStates play an important role in enforcing the antitrust laws in the United States. How do they work together among themselves and with federal antitrust agencies? How does the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) lead or facilitate relevant efforts? Sarah Oxenham Allen, Chair of the NAAG's Antitrust Task Force, and a Senior Assistant Attorney General and Antitrust Unit Manager with the Virginia AG's office, joins John Roberti and Anora Wang, for a discussion on the federal-state inter-agency work for antitrust enforcement. Listen to this podcast to learn more about how more than 50 antitrust enforcers in the United States...
2020-06-1529 minOur Curious AmalgamIs It Really Free? The Economics of Digital PlatformsDigital platforms host more and more of our daily activities. Many are free and seem to cost nothing other than the users' attention. How do we understand the economics of the "free" and its antitrust implications? Prof. John Yun, Director of Economic Education at the Global Antitrust Institute (GAI) at George Mason University, joins John Roberti and Anora Wang, for a discussion on concepts including "disutility," "diversion ratio," "attention market," and "contestable market," all put in layman's terms. Listen to this podcast to learn more about the price of something in our daily lives that appears to be free.
2020-06-0128 minOur Curious AmalgamFrom Virtual Spring Meeting: Antitrust & CP Ethics Meets Hollywood SquaresThis special episode is the audio of a program that ran during the ABA Antitrust Section's popular Virtual Spring Meeting April 20-May 1, 2020 – enjoy! This exciting, challenging, and humorous game show will examine the application of the Model Rules of Professional Responsibility to ethical questions confronting antitrust and consumer protection lawyers, and will address issues such as conflicts of interest, informed consent, multiple representation, joint defense agreements, preservation of client confidences, and others. SESSION CHAIR/MODERATOR Douglas M. TWEEN, Linklaters LLP, New York, NY SPEAKERS Patricia A. CONNERS, Deputy Attorney General, Office of...
2020-05-271h 09Our Curious AmalgamHow Are They Doing? Assessing the State of Competition Law Enforcement by the U.S. Antitrust Agencies.In our democracy, it is critical for the government to be held accountable for how it performs its mission. Has enforcement by the U.S. antitrust agencies diminished and how has that impacted competition? Diana Moss and Randy M. Stutz, AAI's Vice President of the American Antitrust Institute join John Roberti and Anora Wang, for a discussion of AAI's report assessing the state of the antitrust enforcement, in the context of current competitive conditions. Listen to this episode to learn more about the state of competition law enforcement from the perspective of a pro-enforcement organization. Related Links:
2020-05-1146 minOur Curious AmalgamHow Do You Get to The Final Yes? The Art and Science of Settling Antitrust Class ActionsIn the antitrust bar, there are many litigations but few trials. Many antitrust cases are settled and some of the highest damages are obtained through class actions. In practice, how do antitrust class actions settle and what's involved in the process? What are some important actors and tools in reaching the settlement? Megan Jones, partner at the law firm Hausfeld, speaks with John Roberti and Anora Wang about the risks on both sides in a settlement and the difficulties to get to a common place. Listen to this episode to learn about the ways to successfully settle...
2020-05-0432 minOur Curious AmalgamAntitrust, IP & Trade WarsAntitrust interfaces with both international trade and intellectual property in complex ways. Multinational companies often face challenges that involve all three areas, while law firm practice groups tend to be siloed. This program brings together antitrust and trade experts who will explore these issues, as well as the unfair competition mandate of the International Trade Commission. SESSION CHAIR / MODERATOR D. Daniel SOKOL / White & Case LLP, Miami, FL SPEAKERS H. Stephen HARRIS / Winston & Strawn LLP, Washington, DC Youngjin JUNG / Kim & Chang LLP, Seoul Shuli RODAL / Osler Hoskin & Harcourt LLP, Toronto Laurent RUESSMANN / FieldFisher LLP...
2020-04-301h 10Our Curious AmalgamIs Your Assistant Spying on You? Understanding the Privacy Law Issues Involving In-Home AssistantsSmart speakers are becoming more and more popular. What laws might come in play facing increasing privacy concerns in the use of smart home devices? Join Phyllis H. Marcus, Co-Chair of the ABA Antitrust Law Section's Privacy and Information Security Committee, former Chief of Staff for advertising practices at the Federal Trade Commission, and currently a partner at the law firm Hunton Andrews Kurth, as she speaks with John Roberti and Anora Wang about the privacy concerns over using smart devices and possible legal issues and solutions. Listen to this episode to learn more about actions the...
2020-04-0626 minThe Legalpreneurs SandboxEpisode 12 - The Next Legal WorkforceWho got us here, won't get us there! That's the new catchcry for the next legal workforce. Different times call for different capabilities. There are just too many fast moving pieces and too many capabilities required for the effective, efficient and relevant delivery of legal services/products for this to be the remit of one group within the legal industry - the lawyers. The next legal workforce is truly multidisciplinary, its a consequence of changed client/employee expectations and the integration of legaltech/AI but its impact is far reaching - it's changing law firm business models, work practices and cul...
2020-02-281h 03
Erasing the StigmaErasing the Stigma -- Diane CostiganWinston & Strawn has taken an extremely proactive approach to employee well-being and is deeply committed to providing its team members with the resources they need to be healthy and to thrive. In this episode, Diane Costigan, director of coaching and well-being at Winston & Strawn, shares how the firm has helped raise awareness, increased support and introduced resources within the firm to improve the overall well-being of its lawyers and staff.
2020-02-2745 min
StagesBehind the Scenes of an M&A Deal w/ Jen KurtisWhat do the final days of an M&A deal look like? How does an attorney help make sure that the deal actually goes through? What should a business owner should think about/plan for before the deal actually closes? Jen Kurtis, Partner of the law firm Winston & Strawn, joins me on Stages to discuss the logistics, the psychology, and everything in between involved in getting a deal done.Who do you know who would benefit from a meeting with me to help them through the transitions in their life? Have them email me at Emily.Grace@B...
2020-02-1828 minOur Curious AmalgamWhy All is Not Fair? Four Tips for Complying with Established FTC Advertising Principles.What are some common legal traps in advertising? Enforcers at the FTC have good ways to describe them—and they all rhyme—illustrated with some intriguing examples from real ads. Lesley Fair, a senior attorney at the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection, speaks with John Roberti and Anora Wang about how ads can run afoul of the FTC Act and offers tips on how advertisers can comply. Listen to learn about the "perception deception," "proof goof," "disclosure delusion," and "tech trap." Related Links: Advertising FAQ's: A Guide for Small Business Ho...
2020-02-1032 minOur Curious AmalgamHow Do You Connect to Lead? Using Social Media to Enhance Your PracticeSocial media is convenient and gets people connected, but how can the legal profession use it effectively, and for what purposes? Should lawyers try to be influencers? Marketing professionals Nancy Myrland & Valentina Escobar-Gonzalez speak to John Roberti and Anora Wang about how lawyers, economists, and scholars alike can use social media in personal branding, reaching out to desired audiences, and more. Listen to this episode to learn how to use social media to enhance your practice and become a leader. Related Links: Mark Schaefer on "Only We" Hosted by: John Roberti...
2020-01-0624 min
Equity Expert: A Podcast from the NASPPShedding Light on IRS Notice 2018-68Mike Melbinger, Partner with Winston and Strawn, discusses the general purpose of IRS Notice 2018-68, amendments to the definition of a publicly held corporation, details relative to who might be "covered employees" under the new regulations and guidance pertaining to the "grandfathering" rule under 162(m).Support the show
2020-01-0332 min
Patt Morrison AsksLawyer Linda Coberly: what happens if the Equal Rights Amendment makes it into the Constitution?Patt Morrison talks with Linda Coberly managing partner of Winston & Strawn on Equal Rights Amendment.
2019-11-2614 min
Law to FactElection LawIn this episode... Michael Morley, Associate Professor of Law at Florida State University College of Law, explains the essentials of election law. This episode is a must listen to for any student of election law and incredibly informative for those who just want to learn a little bit more about our electoral process, our electoral history and the meaning of Citizens United v. The Federal Election Commission.Some key takeaways are...The right to vote is not absolute.If the burden on the right to vote is too onerous, the right...
2019-11-0537 minOur Curious AmalgamHow Do You Put the Bricks Together? Evidence that Makes a Difference at Merger TrialsOne of the highest stake antitrust cases are merger trials. Katrina Robson speaks with John Roberti and Anora Wang about putting together the evidence and telling a compelling story in merger trials, and what makes a difference. In merger trials, putting together the evidence and telling a compelling story is critical. Our guest, Katrina Robson, has been involved in a number of merger trials. In this episode, she speaks with John Roberti and Anora Wang about what makes a difference in these trials. Listen to this episode to learn more about preparing and living through these trials.
2019-10-1421 min
Maldita MonteroEp.49: Los muchachos de ChicagoBajo la categoría de Servicios Profesionales, el principal contratista del Municipio de San Juan es el bufete Winston & Strawn, con sede en Chicago y oficinas en varios estados y países. ¿Qué trabajo le hace a la alcaldía que no puedan hacer otros bufetes menos rimbombantes?
2019-05-2205 min
Law In Sport PodcastJeffrey L. Kessler, Co-Executive Chairman of Winston & Strawn #79Jeffrey L. Kessler is the Co-Executive Chairman of Winston & Strawn and one most prominent lawyers in the USA regularly engaged in high-profile sports litigation. The interview was recorded at the Sport Resolutions Conference on 2 May 2019.
He has acted for the NFL Players Association (NFLPA), the National Basketball Players Association, the Arena Football League (AFL) Players Association, the National Hockey League Players Association, the Major League Baseball Players Association, the National Invitation Tournament (NIT), CAA Sports, Wasserman Media Group, SCP Worldwide, MVP Sports, the Women’s National Soccer Team, the NFL Coaches Association, Players, Inc., the Women’s Tennis Benefit Association, Exce...
2019-05-0333 minThe Law In Sport PodcastJeffrey L. Kessler, Co-Executive Chairman of Winston & Strawn #79Jeffrey L. Kessler is the Co-Executive Chairman of Winston & Strawn and one most prominent lawyers in the USA regularly engaged in high-profile sports litigation. The interview was recorded at the Sport Resolutions Conference on 2 May 2019.
He has acted for the NFL Players Association (NFLPA), the National Basketball Players Association, the Arena Football League (AFL) Players Association, the National Hockey League Players Association, the Major League Baseball Players Association, the National Invitation Tournament (NIT), CAA Sports, Wasserman Media Group, SCP Worldwide, MVP Sports, the Women’s National Soccer Team, the NFL Coaches Association, Players, Inc., the Women’s Tennis Benefit Association, Exce...
2019-05-0333 min
The Modern LawyerAnswering the "So What?" QuestionToday we share our conversation with the Chief Marketing Officer of Winston Strawn, Howard Kravitz. He works us through the past, present, and future of the law firm marketing pitch, and how it is different from the consulting world, and how often marketers at a law firm have many more audiences than just a potential client. We hope you enjoy it!
2019-05-0238 min
Today in EnergyThe Crude Life Interview: Chris Cottrell, Winston & Strawn, LLPChris Cottrell, Winston & Strawn, LLP, discusses the current state of Merger and Acquisition, including the recent Chevron Anadarko deal.
Cottrell also talks about Jimmy Vallee joining Winston & Strawn’s Houston office. Jimmy joins Winston from Paul Hastings where he was a partner in the Corporate Department. He has advised clients in more than $100 billion worth of global energy transactions.
Cottrell also talks about the opportunities creates with the recent M&A activity and what signs are currently in the marketplace.
2019-04-2018 minLaw to FactHow to Interpret StatutesIn this episode…Michael Morley, Assistant Professor of Law at Florida State University College of Law explains with precision how to interpret a statute using one of the three methods employed by members of the court depending on their own interpretive bent; textualism, intentionalism and purposivism. Some key takeaways...Textualists uses semantics and canons of construction to identify the meaning of the text of the statute.Inentionalists consider what those adopting the statute intended to the statute to meanPurposivists look to the purpose of the statute. About our guest…
2019-04-1140 min
Heels of JusticeKathi Vidal: Apache Helicopter, Success at a Law Firm, & the AskWelcome to Heels of Justice; these are the stories of women lawyers who are trailblazers in their field and paved the way for the rest of us. In this episode, Sarita talks to Kathi Vidal from Winston and Strawn; as Managing Partner of the firm's Silicon Valley office, she is one of the leading patent litigators in the country. Nationally recognized for trying high-profile, high-stakes, and high-tech patent disputes for the region's leading companies, her experience covers a myriad of technologies, including semiconductors, telecommunications, circuits and systems, computers, software, Internet applications, and consumer products.
2019-03-1836 min
China Voices: The AmCham Shanghai PodcastSteve Grimes: Trade Secret Theft and the DOJ’s China InitiativeToday we’re joined by Steve Grimes, partner at international law firm Winston & Strawn. Grimes previously served as an Assistant Attorney for the U.S. Department of Justice and is an experienced trial lawyer. He currently leads the firm’s Asia Litigation practice, where his areas of expertise include investigating highly sensitive issues related to trade secret theft, technology and data security breaches, trade sanctions and financial fraud. In this episode we talk about how companies can protect themselves from trade secret theft, what they should do if a theft of trade secrets occurs, and the Department of Justice’s Chin...
2019-03-0717 min
Clause 8Kathi Vidal - On Being an IP Lawyer In Silicon ValleyKathi Vidal is the managing partner of of the Silicon Valley office of Winston & Strawn LLP. Kathi is also one of the top patent litigators in America and one of the most interesting thought leaders in the legal industry. During this episode, we discussed how Kathi became so successful, what it’s like to be an IP lawyer in Silicon Valley, the state of patent litigation, strategic patent prosecution, business development, and many other subjects. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bo...
2019-03-0556 min
Music to My HeirsHow to Keep Your Assets but Give Away the GrowthStephen Lewis and Tom Pauloski discuss how wealthy families, worried about giving too much, can benefit from a strategy to keep their assets but give away the future appreciation. Thomas J. Pauloski is a National Managing Director of Wealth Strategies. He works with private clients and their advisors on wealth transfer strategies, focusing on tax-efficient wealth management and asset allocation decisions. Prior to joining Bernstein in 2005, he was a partner in the trusts and estates department at Winston & Strawn LLP in Chicago. Tom is on the faculty of the American Bankers Association National Trust and National Graduate Trust schools...
2018-12-1617 min
The Law In Sport PodcastInterview with Peter Crowther, Winston & Strawn #67In this interview Peter Crowther, Managing Partner of Winston & Stawn LLP's London and Brussel offices, shares his views on how sport can learn from the corporate world in its approach to tackle corruption such as doping and misconduct of officials within sports organisations.
The interview took place at the Sport Resolution 2018 Annual Conference in London. https://www.sportresolutions.co.uk/events/conferences/sport-resolutions-annual-conference-2018.
We thoroughly enjoyed the interview and took a lot away from it. We hope you do the same.
The host is Sean Cottrell, founder and CEO of LawInSport.
For more sports law news, commentary and analysis go...
2018-06-2148 minLaw In Sport PodcastInterview with Peter Crowther, Winston & Strawn #67In this interview Peter Crowther, Managing Partner of Winston & Stawn LLP's London and Brussel offices, shares his views on how sport can learn from the corporate world in its approach to tackle corruption such as doping and misconduct of officials within sports organisations.
The interview took place at the Sport Resolution 2018 Annual Conference in London. https://www.sportresolutions.co.uk/events/conferences/sport-resolutions-annual-conference-2018.
We thoroughly enjoyed the interview and took a lot away from it. We hope you do the same.
The host is Sean Cottrell, founder and CEO of LawInSport.
For more sports law news, commentary and analysis go...
2018-06-2148 min
The Resilient Lawyer with Jeena ChoRL 84: Diane Costigan — Mindfulness and Wellness through EFTIn this episode, I am excited to have Diane Costigan on to talk about different ways to experience wellness and mindfulness, from meditation to EFT tapping. As a seasoned executive and career coach, Diane works with all levels of attorneys to drive performance and career-related goals. She currently serves as Winston & Strawn's Director of Coaching, where she coaches lawyers on topics such as business development, peak performance, and leadership and career strategy. Diane is a prolific speaker and writer and has been quoted in Forbes, Law360, and Law Practice Magazine. Diane earned her M.A. in Organizational...
2018-04-2300 min
Biglaw Book of BusinessWinston & Strawn’s Impressive Expansion in Energy LawDavid and Robert discuss Winston & Strawn’s aggressive and impressive strategy to build its energy-law practice; conduct a market snapshot for Northern California, both San Francisco and Silicon Valley; and offer advice to lawyers on saying no gracefully and keeping their options open. Biglaw Book of Business features veteran legal recruiter Robert Kinney, Founder and President of Kinney Recruiting, and David Lat, Editor at Large and Founder of Above the Law. In each episode, these two experts on the world of Biglaw and elite boutiques discuss recent notable lateral moves, take an in-depth look at a s...
2018-03-0830 minLegal Marketing 2.0 PodcastEp. 39: Optimizing Attorney Bios With Mary TriceIn this episode of the Legal Marketing 2.0 podcast we chat about attorney bios, typically, the highest trafficked pages on a law firm’s website. Mary Trice of Winston & Strawn, shares her experience about the process of identifying the problem, getting everyone at the firm on board, what makes an effective bio, and optimizing each bio for search engines. Full shownotes available at Good2bSocial.com.
2018-02-2713 min
LeftFoot - Fresh Conversations on the Business of LawJudgment is CriticalThe Need for Blended Legal and Business Advice.
Mackenzie Phillips is an Executive Vice President and Chief Corporate Counsel at JLL. Prior to assuming this role formally, she was in the same role as a member of the Axiom Legal team. She also advised Orbitz Worldwide on governance and security matters while at Axiom. With additional experience at both Winston & Strawn and Mayer Brown as a Corporate Associate – and as an intern to the Deputy Counsel to the President during the Clinton administration, she’s able to draw from a variety of legal environments as we discuss l...
2017-09-2700 min
Pro Bono Happy HourGreg McConnell (Part 2)PBI continues our conversation with Winston & Strawn's Greg McConnell, discussing why pro bono is "more than winning," how to create a firm–wide "culture" of pro bono, The Innocence Record, and more.
2017-09-1439 min
Pro Bono Happy HourGreg McConnell (Part 1)PBI talks to Winston & Strawn's Greg McConnell about the firm's mission–driven pro bono program, his career, the evolution of law firm pro bono leadership, and more.
2017-09-0741 min
Hsu UntiedKathi Vidal, Partner at Winston & StrawnAn interview with Kathi Vidal, Partner at Winston & Strawn by Richard Hsu
2017-07-2614 min
JurisDiction — The International Intellectual Property Law PodcastDecember 2011 – Episode 20Gareth Morgan of Winston & Strawn LLP, London, England explains the Human Genome Sciences v. Eli Lilly decision of the UK Supreme Court and the meaning of “industrial applicability” for protein related inventions. (Length: 35:19)
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2011-12-0700 min
Kinsella on LibertyAssociate’s Foulmouthed Voicemail Makes the Rounds on the Internet and other funny storiesSome humorous emails from my legal blog:
Professional Courtesy
August 20, 2004
According to the attorney who sent it to me: this was a voicemail message “that an associate at Winston & Strawn left for an associate at Latham. Latham is representing a borrower in a real estate transaction and W&S; represents the lender. I don’t know what correspondence preceded the voicemail but as I understand it, W&S; asked Latham to make some cosmetic changes to mortgages a day before closing and Latham responded by email that they thought the changes were unnecessary. The response from W&S; is pretty unbe...
2011-08-1600 min
In-House LegalThe Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act and Saving through E-DiscoveryJoin In-House Legal, host Paul D. Boynton Esq., as he brings two important legal topics to the table. In our first segment, Paul welcomes Maria Rodriguez, a partner with Winston & Strawn LLP in Los Angeles, to discuss the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009 and how it affects employers. Paul will also talk to Richard Stout, director of the Litigation Support Division for Counsel on Call and Dennis McKinnie, executive director of Counsel on Call’s Atlanta office, about how your legal department can save money through e-discovery.
2009-03-1128 min